[s6e12] 2009 -

: The episode concludes with the original pilot footage of the core six members performing their iconic anthem, serving as a tribute to the late Cory Monteith (Finn Hudson) . Critical Reception

"2009" serves as a self-contained flashback to the events of the Glee pilot episode , showing the formation of the original New Directions from different perspectives. It provides deeper backstory for the founding members—Rachel, Kurt, Mercedes, Artie, and Tina—revealing their motivations for joining the club. [S6E12] 2009

: Performed by Kurt Hummel for his initial audition. "I'm His Child" : Performed by Mercedes Jones. "Pony" : Performed by Artie Abrams. "I Kissed a Girl" : Performed by Tina Cohen-Chang. : The episode concludes with the original pilot

: The episode explores their friendship and shared "outsider" status prior to joining the club. Musical Highlights : Performed by Kurt Hummel for his initial audition

: Already certain of her stardom, she is seen scouting for members and attempting to build her "legacy" from day one.